Media Relations Specialist
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Location: Remote
Compensation: To Be Discussed
Reviewed: Wed, Oct 28, 2026
This job expires in: 30 days
Job Summary
Proactive and results-driven, the full-time Media Relations Specialist will craft compelling stories, build relationships with top-tier healthcare and tech journalists, and secure high-impact coverage for clients while working remotely.
Key Responsibilities
- Collaborate with internal teams to support client strategy sessions and lead PR efforts on short-term projects
- Build and execute targeted pitching strategies across various media outlets to secure earned media coverage
- Track news coverage, evaluate media trends, and draft client performance reports based on campaign reach
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Public Relations, Journalism, Communications, English, or a related field
- 2-4 years of experience in healthcare communications, agency work, or as a journalist transitioning to PR
- Exceptional writing, editing, and storytelling skills with a strong grasp of AP style
- Familiarity with health tech and digital health sectors, with the ability to simplify complex concepts
- Experience using media databases and monitoring platforms such as Cision or Muck Rack is highly desirable
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